4 d. ago Postwar Gaza authority potentially led by Tony Blair ‘would sideline Palestinians’

Draft plan’s critics say it hands power to international figures and splits Gaza from Palestinian Authority in West BankA plan for a postwar Gaza governing authority potentially headed by the former UK prime minister Tony Blair would sideline key Palestinian political figures, while giving significant authority to its chair on most key issues, according to a leaked confidential proposal.The 21-page draft document, seen by the Guardian and Haaretz in Israel, envisions the governance and reconstruction of postwar Gaza being led by international officials, with Palestinians relegated to subsidiary roles. It also proposes a Gaza investment promotion and economic development authority involving “public-private partnerships and blended finance instruments” aimed at delivering “commercially viable returns” for investors. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago What Rory McIlroy told his wife who was left in 'streaming tears' at Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy was a key figure in Team Europe's Ryder Cup victory over Team USA at Bethpage Black, with the Northern Irishman securing three and a half points for his side

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7 d. ago ‘History will remember who showed up’: Keir Starmer faces call to attend Cop30 summit

Response from leaders and key climate figures comes after PM’s aides advised non-attendance over concerns Reform may attack himLeading climate figures and Labour MPs have urged Keir Starmer to attend the crucial Cop30 climate summit this November, after aides advised him not to attend for fear of attracting the ire of the Reform party.Simon Stiell, the UN’s climate chief, said: “Cop30 is where leaders are expected to come and roll up their sleeves, make deals to help their nation’s economy transition faster, creating more jobs, and guide the world on what next steps we take together.” Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Starmer’s head of communications Steph Driver quits in latest No 10 exit

Exclusive: Departure of key figure comes little over a week after that of director of political strategyUK politics – latest updatesKeir Starmer’s head of communications, Steph Driver, has announced she is leaving Downing Street, the latest in a series of trusted aides to the prime minister who have quit No 10 in recent months.The departure of Driver, who spent five years at Starmer’s side as communications chief when he was opposition leader, before becoming deputy director and then director of communications at Downing Street, comes little more than a week after another key figure, Paul Ovendon, quit as the PM’s director of political strategy. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Man United news: Marcus Rashford transfer twist as Carlos Baleba message received

Manchester United have been hit with a big transfer blow in regards to what could be one of their biggest deals next summer, while one of the club's coaches has left for Arsenal

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1 week ago Man Utd news: Carlos Baleba transfer message sent as Arsenal complete raid for key figure

Manchester United look set to welcome some new faces after a member of the coaching staff jumped ship to rivals Arsenal, while there's an update on one of the club's £100million targets

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1 week ago Charlie Kirk memorial UPDATES as Donald Trump to lead tributes to slain activist

A huge public memorial service for Charlie Kirk will be held today with key conservative figures like Donald Trump and JD Vance expected to lead tributes at the Arizona stadium

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1 week ago Rodri argument can be settled in box office Man City vs Arsenal battle

Rodri will be a key figure for Manchester City against Arsenal and he will need to win the battle against Spain teammate Martin Zubimendi.

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2 w. ago David Moyes has the weaponry in Everton attack to loosen shackles at Anfield

Manager has never won at Liverpool but the arrival of Jack Grealish has enhanced his armoury to trouble the champions on SaturdayA 21st is supposed to be a joyous event, a milestone on the path to adulthood, leaving behind the immature mistakes of the past. David Moyes is at risk of reaching that figure without receiving a key to the door at Anfield.In 20 Premier League visits to face Liverpool Moyes has garnered nothing better than six draws and experienced nine straight defeats with four clubs. In order to change the record, it may be time to do something different with Everton on Saturday. The club won at an empty Anfield under Carlo Ancelotti during Covid but have not silenced the stadium since 1999. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Lily James enjoys a cosy stroll with handsome onscreen love interest Pierson Fode in NYC on day their new movie Swiped is released

Lily James has set the rumour mills swirling after she enjoyed a cosy stroll with The Wrong Paris hunk Pierson Fode in New York City on Thursday.

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2 w. ago Man United handed Carlos Baleba alternative transfer update as player stance clear

Carlos Baleba remains at the top of Manchester United's shopping list, but the Cameroon international is not the only central midfielder to appear on the club's radar.

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2 w. ago Jury finds LA protester not guilty of assaulting border patrol agent

Brayan Ramos-Brito acquitted after US immigration officials were accused in court of lying about the incidentA Los Angeles protester charged with assaulting a border patrol agent in June was acquitted on Wednesday after US immigration officials were accused in court of lying about the incident.The not guilty verdict for Brayan Ramos-Brito is a major setback for the Donald Trump-appointed US attorney in southern California and for Gregory Bovino, a border patrol chief who has become a key figure in Trump’s immigration crackdown. The 29-year-old defendant, who is a US citizen, was facing a misdemeanor and was the first protester to go to trial since demonstrations against immigration raids erupted in LA earlier this summer. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Man Utd in Carlos Baleba transfer boost following £666m announcement

Manchester United's financial accounts show the Red Devils are in a good spot ahead of the January transfer window, and their interest in Brighton's Carlos Baleba's could well be revisited

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2 w. ago Who were the key figures at the Unite the Kingdom rally in London?

At the march attended by at least 110,000 people, Tommy Robinson was joined by some influential supportersBritain witnessed one of the largest far-right demonstrations in recent memory on Saturday in London.Organised by Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson, the Unite the Kingdom protest was attended by between 110,000 and 150,000 people, exceeding the estimates of organisers, while about 5,000 “anti-racism” campaigners mounted a counter-protest. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Ruben Amorim handed Man United transfer ultimatum amid clear sack stance

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim retains the support of key figures at Old Trafford, but has been instructed to improve his midfield.

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2 w. ago Brighton boss reveals how Carlos Baleba has been 'affected' by Man Utd transfer talk

Manchester United had a strong interest in Carlos Baleba this summer as they sought out a new No.6, but withdrew from talks after reportedly being put off by Brighton's £115m asking price

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3 w. ago Carlos Baleba’s transfer value rises as Man United have Ole Gunnar Solskjaer warning in mind

As Manchester United continue to ponder a move for Carlos Baleba, they may remember some previous quotes from ex-United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

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3 w. ago Key Swansea City figure set for shock exit after just seven months

The Swans chief looks set to depart the club after just seven months

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3 w. ago ‘Neutrality should not be an option’: why are so many artists now speaking out on Gaza?

Musician Brian Eno and artist Malak Mattar, key figures in next week’s Together for Palestine concert, explain why artists are putting fears of a backlash aside and uniting in the call for actionA red carpet event, especially one to promote the new Downton Abbey film, is not typically a place for radical political statements. But at the film’s premiere in London earlier this month, that movie’s star, Hugh Bonneville, spoke out about Gaza. “Before I talk about the fluff and loveliness of our wonderful film, what’s about to happen in Gaza City is absolutely indefensible,” he announced to a visibly shocked showbiz reporter. “The international community must do more to bring it to an end.”Bonneville’s words may have been surprising for some, but they’re actually part of a larger pattern of actors, musicians, artists and cultural figures who feel increasingly moved to speak out. This week hundreds of actors – including Olivia Colman, Aimee Lou Wood and Mark Ruffalo – signed a pledge prom...

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3 w. ago Carlos Baleba to Man United transfer truth as 'meeting planned' and player stance clear

Manchester United failed to sign a midfielder during the transfer window with Carlos Baleba among their top targets in the summer and Ruben Amorim's side could yet return for his signature

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